Theriogenology (Reproduction)

Equine

Stallion

Fertility evaluation

Semen cryopreservation (freezing)

Collection and preparation of semen for fresh cooled semen, including those stallions
requiring special handling such as centrifugation to maintain fertility We have a
breeding phantom and an ovariectomized mare that allows us to collect semen from almost
any stallion at any time.

We have a computer-assisted semen analyzer, including phase contrast microscopy and
fluorescence microscopy (state-of-the-art analysis) that enables us to objectively
analyze multiple factors of sperm motility and use live/dead stains.

Endoscopy (low dose insemination)—allows insemination with a very low dose of semen,
for example with frozen semen or stallions with low sperm count

Laser surgery capability

Transvaginal ultrasound probe for oocyte collection, twin reduction--allows us to
perform assisted reproduction for techniques including follicular aspiration and oocyte
collection; also provides the capability to perform twin reduction at a later stage
of gestation than usually can be accomplished by manual crushing

Laparoscopic surgery capability––less invasive method of performing assisted reproductive
procedures such as GIFT (gamete intrafallopian transfer) and transfer of in vitro
produced embryos

Canine

Breeding management, including breeding with fresh cooled and frozen semen